South County Health has been recognized as one of only 514 hospitals across the United States to achieve zero catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs), based on the most recent Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data.
The data, compiled in the Healthcare Associated Infections-Hospital database and collected through the CDC’s National Healthcare Safety Network, reflects a full year of reporting — from July 2023 through June 2024. These results underscore South County Health’s dedication to infection prevention and the delivery of exceptional care across all settings.
“This achievement is a testament to the expertise of our clinical teams, our infection prevention protocols, and our organization-wide focus on patient safety,” said Sandra Colpitts, RN, Director of Quality and Performance Excellence.
CMS and the CDC calculate standardized infection ratios using a range of factors including hospital size, patient health status, and care location. The measures apply to all patients in acute care hospitals, whether adult, pediatric, neonatal, Medicare or non-Medicare.
South County Health remains committed to continuous improvement in patient care and safety—and this distinction highlights the measurable results of that effort.
